Courtney Joy

Working Parents

            I would prefer to stay at home with my children. I have always wanted the “mommy” job. I have been a nanny for 5 years now and have taught dance for 5 years as well. My life is all about kids. I would be ok with my husband working during the day and me working as a dance instructor or whatever at night when he is home, but my ideal situation would be to stay at home with my kids. If I made enough to support my family I would make sure my husband was home. I strongly believe in being there for your kids. My mom was a stay at home mom when I was growing up and it helped a ton. She now works full time and I take care of my little sister...its hard on her! She wants and needs her mom just like how I had.

            I would only allow my kids to go to a child care center if it was my ONLY option. I will do anything in my power to make sure my family does not live in poverty and hope my kids have a mom or dad with them at all times. I see how hard it is for my cousin who has to go to child care... he hates it and has horrible memories from it. I also have seen the side of having a nanny. All the kids want is their mom, once they have gotten over the fact that their mom isn’t going to be there then all they want is their nanny. It is really hard to let go of the kids you nanny after all of that, they love you and you love them! I’m not fond of the idea of having a nanny. I want my kids to know I am always there for them!